mlerner
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Nepean, ON
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Re: Newegg coming to Canada!!!
said by DKS  :said by Mokmo :Newegg will probably have to revise their tax code quickly... In the U.S., they don't charge states taxes to the places they don't have warehouses, And i don't believe they have more that one or two shipping centers right now in Canada...EDIT: Probable reason: They don't ship from within canada.... Which makes me wonder how they get around the UPS border fee rip-off... Newegg pays the taxes and border fees on your behalf, after you pay them of course. |
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DKS
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| said by mlerner :said by DKS :said by Mokmo :Newegg will probably have to revise their tax code quickly... In the U.S., they don't charge states taxes to the places they don't have warehouses, And i don't believe they have more that one or two shipping centers right now in Canada...EDIT: Probable reason: They don't ship from within canada.... Which makes me wonder how they get around the UPS border fee rip-off... Newegg pays the taxes and border fees on your behalf, after you pay them of course. I can't find that statement on their web site, however. And it would seem to run against UPS practice. Normally, in my experience, they collect that amount on delivery.
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nitzguy
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I guess I'm the only dissenter amongst the group..
I did a pricematch "comparison" if you will of like parts, and found that Newegg, even with the taxes and UPS (UPS isn't too bad in my neck of the woods) shipping fees, it was cheaper than buying @ NCIX.
If you are looking for specific parts, maybe NCIX is the way to go, but for my folks, I was just pricing out a barebones system for them that at least brings them into the 21st century, but heck they don't game or have bells and whistles...I'm replacing an ancient Celery 800mhz box here  .
It was cheaper for me to get an ECS board/E1200 combo, 250gb hdd/2 gig ram/new power supply, shipping/tax in
$291.89 at newegg
$304.69 at ncix
So not a huge difference, but to wait for shipping from out west, takes longer, UPS is generally faster in my area.
I don't have any other viable options, all the computer stores in this city are way over-priced, so...online is really my only option.
And hey if I can save 13 bucks...I'll save it...but yeah it doesn't seem as bad for me for what I want, but as they say to each their own. |
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Don't forget about Anitec.ca
I buy from both ncix, and anitec, with good results. |
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Hydraglass
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Kingston, ON
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said by DKS :I can't find that statement on their web site, however. And it would seem to run against UPS practice. Normally, in my experience, they collect that amount on delivery. It's a pre-cleared drop shipment. Newegg doesn't have a shipping warehouse in Canada, but they do have a business number and are a "Non-Resident Importer". Your order is placed through the Canadian office. They do a pre-cleared drop shipment from the warehouse in the US - all duties, taxes, etc. are processed as if the shipment was from "Newegg US to Newegg Canada" - and are charged to the Newegg business number - while the package actually goes to your location.
UPS will just charge standard shipping fees to Newegg, and a small "handling" fee for processing the parcels at customs. Want to know more read here:
»www.carson.ca/memorandum/NRI_FAQ.pdf
This used to be something I did regularly - but on the Canadian side as an importer - I got an "RM" number (it looks just like a GST number but ends in RM0001 instead of RT0001) -- when I was having things sent from suppliers in the US I supplied that RM number and whoever the carrier was, they would just give customs the invoice and my RM number. I would then be "obliged" to file RM returns to Canada Customs and make estimated payments and essentially a tax return annually to pay for imports.
This essentially lets Newegg use whichever shipper gave them the lowest rates and best terms, and your shipping fees are still manageable and similar to if you bought from a Canadian located retail business. You don't get "UPS-raped". |
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shepd
join:2004-01-17
Kitchener, ON
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said by DKS :I can't find that statement on their web site, however. And it would seem to run against UPS practice. Normally, in my experience, they collect that amount on delivery. They could specify that the package has been assigned to another broker (not UPS) when shipping it. That broker could then bill Newegg for brokerage and taxes. Not saying they do that, but that's how it would be done.
If I'm ever forced against my will to get things shipped from the US via UPS I always make sure they have the package signed over to myself as a broker. It's cheaper for me to drive 2 hours each way and deal with it by hand than to pay UPS to do it (Seriously! Cheaper in gas *and* time!) Of course, normally I just avoid doing business with any US company that won't ship via USPS, or at _least_ FedEx. |
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FaxCap
join:2002-05-25
Vancouver, BC
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said by not signed in :
Don't forget about Anitec.ca
I buy from both ncix, and anitec, with good results. You are right....I've noticed Anitec is "fighting back".
Bought a Logitech mouse there a month or so ago $15 cheaper
than NCIX's sale price.
Even A-Power is trying to play the NCIX weeky sale game. All
this makes for fantastic computer prices in the Vancouver area.
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corster
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Ottawa, ON
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said by DKS :I can't find that statement on their web site, however. And it would seem to run against UPS practice. Normally, in my experience, they collect that amount on delivery. They do the same thing that TigerDirect does. They collect the taxes at purchase time, and act as the broker themselves (or have a third party do it). Even though the package ships from the US, UPS is not the broker and it doesn't cost you anything to receive it. Otherwise it would be double taxation. |
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Jrmntr
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I just priced out a system I recently purchased at NCIX.. It was almost $200 more at Newegg. Mind you, the items where not on sale at Newegg, but still. And UPS only? Better luck next time Newegg.
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Last Parade
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join:2002-10-07
Port Colborne, ON
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As predicted, this is a huge bust.
The US Newegg prices are on par with Canada Computers, but the Canadian Newegg jacks them up another 10%.
You can compare the difference easily by taking any product page and changing newegg.ca to newegg.com in the URL. |
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Wolfie00
My dog is an elitist
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join:2005-03-12 | reply to TigerLord
This is effectively nothing more than Newegg saying "we now ship to Canada (for a small extra charge)" and running a website that gives prices in CAD$.
Still, it's always good to have more selection and more competition. |
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Laidback
join:2001-09-30
Woodstock, ON
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Hey Nitzguy,
I received an email from Acer with a $399 price which includes a 19" widescreen display. Comes with dual core 2200 intel, 320 gig hard drive and Nvidia graphics. I know a lot of people here will flame Acer, but honestly, I bought 2 so far with no issues whatsoever. pm me if you are interested, and I will send you the email I received. |
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HiVolt
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said by Wolfie00 :This is effectively nothing more than Newegg saying "we now ship to Canada (for a small extra charge)" and running a website that gives prices in CAD$. Still, it's always good to have more selection and more competition. Wouldn't it be easier to simply allow shipping to Canada from ther .com site? Other sites somehow manage this, i don't know why newegg can't.
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Last Parade
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join:2002-10-07
Port Colborne, ON
| said by HiVolt :said by Wolfie00 :This is effectively nothing more than Newegg saying "we now ship to Canada (for a small extra charge)" and running a website that gives prices in CAD$. Still, it's always good to have more selection and more competition. Wouldn't it be easier to simply allow shipping to Canada from ther .com site? Other sites somehow manage this, i don't know why newegg can't. Can't think of any US sites that will ship to Canada without dinging you with brokerage. |
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Devanchya
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Ajax, ON | reply to HiVolt
The domain is a Marketing move at this point. The prices are probally auto calculated based on the US store as well. No extra work would be needed that way. |
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HiVolt
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| said by Devanchya :The domain is a Marketing move at this point. The prices are probally auto calculated based on the US store as well. No extra work would be needed that way. Yeah, but the tax situation blows. they charge it like they had a local store here...
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Wolfie00
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1 edit | said by HiVolt :said by Devanchya :The domain is a Marketing move at this point. The prices are probally auto calculated based on the US store as well. No extra work would be needed that way. Yeah, but the tax situation blows. they charge it like they had a local store here... Once you're nabbed by the customs system, GST and PST is automatically charged (I think it used to be only GST for awhile). Ironically you can order from within Canada (like from NCIX in BC) and not have to pay PST if you're in Ontario. The legal rationale with Customs is quite simple: while we have you hanging upside down from a tree, we may as well take what's in your wallet.  Plus, similar to courier brokerage fees, with Canada Post there is an extra charge for the valuable service of hanging you up from a tree and stealing your wallet.
The nice thing is when you get in under the radar and nothing is charged; I think that's nominally supposed to be for items valued at $20 or less but more expensive stuff often makes it through unscathed, especially if it's small.
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The Flash
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Toronto, ON | reply to TigerLord
Memory express is also not too bad.
»www.memoryexpress.com/ |
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mazhurg
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Portage La Prairie, MB
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said by Laidback :Hey Nitzguy, I received an email from Acer with a $399 price which includes a 19" widescreen display. Comes with dual core 2200 intel, 320 gig hard drive and Nvidia graphics. I know a lot of people here will flame Acer, but honestly, I bought 2 so far with no issues whatsoever. pm me if you are interested, and I will send you the email I received. Bought a Travelmate overseas last year. No issues with it whatsoever, and good performer (Heck, the thing will play QWET).
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elwoodblues
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Toronto, ON | reply to corster
One near Sherway Gardens too |
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